51-Years-Owned 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 350/300 4-Speed

Description

Introduced for the 1968 model year, the third-generation Chevrolet Corvette ushered in dramatic Mako Shark-inspired styling with continued refinement of the Corvette formula. By ‘69, improvements in build quality and drivability paired with a strong range of small- and big-block V8 offerings made the model a standout among American sports cars. Today, numbers-matching examples remain especially desirable among enthusiasts.

This '69 C3 Coupe is finished in Monza Red over black vinyl upholstery and is powered by a numbers-matching 350 cubic-inch V8 (300 horsepower) paired with a four-speed manual transmission and a Positraction rear differential.

Acquired by the seller in November 1975, this C3 was given multi-year engine-out overhaul culminating in 1997. At that time, its 350ci V8 engine, manual transmission, and differential were all rebuilt. Photos documenting the refurbishment are attached below, and they are included with the sale.

This 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is now offered with refurbishment documentation, service records, manuals, various spare parts, and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• With its current owner for more than 50 years

• Powered by a numbers-matching 350ci V8

• 4-speed manual transmission, Positraction differential

• Finished in Monza Red over black vinyl

• Engine-out refurbishment completed in 1997

Factory Equipment

• The chassis number (194379S737610) decodes as:

  • 1 – Division: Chevrolet

  • 94 – Series: Corvette

  • 37 – Body style: Coupe

  • 9 – Model year: 1969

  • S – Assembly plant: St. Louis, Missouri

  • 737610 – Sequential production number

• 350ci V8 engine (300 horsepower)

• 4-speed manual transmission

• Positraction differential

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• T-top removable roof panels

• 15” Rally wheels

• Dual exhaust

Modifications

• Edelbrock intake manifold and carburetor

• Finned valve covers

• Accel electronic ignition system

• Aftermarket air-conditioning system

• Aftermarket radio with 6-CD changer

• 1973-style hood replacement

• Cooper Cobra Radial T/A tires

Servicing & Documentation

Please see the attached "Refurbishment Records" attached for additional information regarding the 1997 overhaul.

Known Imperfections

• Replacement 1973-style hood does not have bracket to hold hood open

• General cosmetic wear consistent with age and use since 1997 refurbishment

• Paint bubbling around the headlight door

• Paint chip on the driver’s door at the seam with the front fender

• Ding above the side mirror

• Dings on the driver-side rear upper deck/lid area

• Scratch on the driver-side window

• Vinyl rash behind the driver’s door on the side panel

Ownership History

The seller reports acquiring the vehicle in November 1975 and has retained ownership for approximately 51 years. It is now offered with a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

Included Items

• Various spare parts, to include original manifold and carburetor

• Refurbishment photo binder

• Removed stock radio

• Chilton’s manual

• Owner’s manual

• Service records